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the Milken Institute School of Public Health
The only public health school located in the nation's capital.
Working toward a healthier and safer world powered by public health.
What sets us apart
11th
on U.S. News and World Report's list of Best Public Health Schools
6th
ranked online MPH program on Fortune Education's list of best online MPH programs
6th
ranked Health Policy and Management department on U.S. News and World Report's list of Best Public Health Schools
The Milken Institute School of Public Health at George Washington University is among the top ten recipients of NIH funding in its category. This notable achievement underscores the school's robust commitment to research and innovation in the health sector, as well as our capacity to attract substantial resources.
GW is a proud member of the Association of American Universities (AAU). The university’s membership in the AAU recognizes its leading research, education and innovation. Our membership in the AAU shows our commitment to advancing research to address the world’s most urgent challenges.
Our Departments
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"My interest in GW is sparked by the potential opportunities. I wanted to be part of a community that encourages each other to succeed and encourages an open exchange of ideas about public health."
Estefania Martinez
MPH '23
Latest News at GWSPH
2024 Maternal Mental Health State Report Cards Released
The U.S. improved from a D to D+, as state grades inched up
May 14, 2024
Maternal mental health disorders, like postpartum depression, affect roughly 600,000 (20%) of U.S. mothers a year.
Anti-Immigrant Political Rhetoric and Action Threaten Latino/a Youth
Latino and Latina Adolescents with a Family Member Deported or Detained in 2018 Suffered Significantly More Mental Health Problems Four Years Later, Study Shows
May 13, 2024
Harsh political rhetoric about immigrants and anti-immigrant actions can damage parent-child relationships in Latino families and in turn lead to a significant increase in mental health problems for the kids in those families, according to a study published today in JAMA Pediatrics.
Congratulations To Our Students Who Represented GWSPH in the GW Research Showcase!
May 8, 2024
GWSPH was immensely proud to have several of its talented students participate in the prestigious GW Research Showcase event. This annual university-wide showcase not only highlights the exceptional research being conducted by GW students across disciplines but also underscores the academic prowess of our institution.